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I/DD Care & Employment Services · Colorado
Build a future that lasts, with inclusive opportunities shaped around you.
A results-oriented company driven to progressively move you through each phase of accomplishing a goal. Discover a place where we will not waste precious time and resources.
7integrated services
1 dayreferral response
5-starcustomer experience
Coloradostatewide reach
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Bring our resources to your doorstep. Together we create inclusive spaces where our clients belong, our partners grow, and the whole community benefits.
Partnership OptionsKnow someone we can help?
Whether you're a provider, educator, friend, or family member, point them our way and we'll take it from there, with a response within one business day.
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Five-star focus
We pride ourselves on a five-star customer experience by listening and valuing service excellence.
Our Commitment to Your Success
A team that stays with you
At Durable Life Skills, Inc., we are dedicated to transforming the disability workplace by fostering inclusion and providing pathways to rewarding careers. We believe in creating a supportive environment where individuals with disabilities can thrive.
Our passionate team works tirelessly to break down barriers and challenge the norms of the disability workforce. By partnering with you, we deliver personalized experiences that build real skills, real confidence, and progress that holds.
- Commitment to care: every plan is tailored to the person
- Empathic service approach: you stay at the forefront of every decision
- Innovative training solutions: adaptable, real-world learning
Transformative Services
Services built around the person
Seven services that work together, from planning through employment to long-term independence.
Customized Support Plans
A person-centered plan built from your strengths, goals, and daily routines, and revisited as life changes.
Learn morePersonalized Employment Pathways
Discovery, job matching, and placement that fit the individual, from first job to career change.
Learn moreEmployment Workshops & Training
Hands-on group and one-on-one training in soft skills, workplace routines, and job-specific tasks.
Learn moreSupport Services for Career Advancement
Ongoing coaching once hired, navigating change, growing skills, and keeping the job long-term.
Learn moreAssistive Technology Solutions
Practical tools, from reminders to communication supports, matched to the task and the person.
Learn moreAgency & Community Collaboration
Coordinated support with case managers, schools, and community agencies so nothing falls through the cracks.
Learn moreBusiness Partnership Opportunities
We help employers build inclusive teams with job carving, on-site support, and long-term follow-along.
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A 20-minute conversation is usually enough to point you toward the right service.
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Our Approach
Progressively moving you through each phase of a goal
We will not waste precious time and resources. Each phase has a purpose, an owner, and a measurable outcome.
Listen
We start by understanding your strengths, needs, and what a good day looks like for you.
Plan
Together we build a customized support plan with clear, measurable milestones.
Act
Training, placement, and assistive tools, delivered in real settings where the skills will actually be used.
Sustain
Follow-along support keeps momentum after the goal is reached, so progress is durable.
See Why Clients Love Us
Your feedback is our strength
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They didn't hand my son a list of openings. They learned what he was good at first, and the job fit.
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Referrals are confirmed fast and the documentation is always ready when I need it for reviews.
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Our new hire came with a coach who understood the job. Six months in and he's one of our most reliable people.
Where We Serve
Rooted in Pueblo, serving Southern Colorado
We work where you live and work: in homes, on job sites, and in community settings across the region.
3915 Outlook Blvd, Pueblo, CO 81008 · (970) 893-2145- PuebloHome office
- Pueblo WestPueblo County
- Colorado SpringsEl Paso County
- Cañon CityFremont County
- WalsenburgHuerfano County
- Surrounding areasAsk about availability
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Common Questions
Answers about our inclusive services
Don't see your question? Ask us directly, we reply within one business day.
How does career coaching benefit individuals with disabilities?
Our coaching starts with each person's strengths and aligns career paths with their abilities. We provide a supportive environment to boost confidence and achieve meaningful employment.
What makes your training programs inclusive?
Our training integrates accessibility and personalization, ensuring every participant receives relevant skills in an inclusive setting. We focus on removing barriers to learning and career advancement.
How does job placement work for clients?
Job placement connects clients with inclusive employers that respect diverse skills. We guide them through every step, from application to employment, ensuring a harmonious fit and growth.
How are services funded?
Most participants access services through Colorado Medicaid waivers (such as DD, SLS, or CES), the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, or private pay. We'll help you understand which applies to you during your consultation.
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